Do I need to mark my face before transferring the makeup?
No. Just upload your photo, click '+ Add reference image' to add the makeup reference, then type 'transfer the makeup from the reference onto my face.' The AI automatically identifies facial features and applies the look. Use markers only if one specific area needs correction after your first result.
How do I transfer makeup from a photo to my face?
Upload your bare-face photo to EditThisPic. Click '+ Add reference image' below the prompt box and upload the photo showing the makeup look you want — a celebrity photo, Pinterest screenshot, or any image where the makeup is visible. Type 'transfer the makeup from the reference image onto my face' and click edit. The AI copies the colors, placement, and style in about 30 seconds. Free, no account needed.
Is there a free tool to transfer a makeup look from a photo without downloading an app?
Yes. EditThisPic is entirely browser-based — it works on iPhone, Android, and desktop without any app download or account. You get one free edit per week. Upload your photo, add a reference image, describe the transfer, and download the result with no watermark.
What's the best AI tool for trying on a makeup look from a reference photo?
EditThisPic is designed specifically for reference-image edits. Unlike makeup filter apps with preset looks, it reads the actual makeup from your specific reference photo — the exact shades, product placement, and style — and maps them to your unique facial structure. It handles celebrity photos, magazine cutouts, Instagram screenshots, and any other image you provide.
Can I transfer just part of a makeup look, like only the lip color or only the eye makeup?
Yes. Specify what you want in your prompt: 'copy only the lip color from the reference, keep my eyes natural' or 'transfer only the eye shadow and liner, no changes to my lips or skin.' This lets you mix elements from the reference with your own natural features.
What if the makeup in my reference photo is on someone with a different skin tone?
Add 'adapt the shades to complement my skin tone' to your prompt. The AI adjusts the pigment values so the same style translates flatteringly onto your complexion rather than doing a literal color copy. The overall look stays the same — the exact shades get adapted.
Can I use a celebrity photo or Instagram screenshot as my reference?
Yes. Any clear photo where the makeup is visible works as a reference — celebrity photos, magazine editorials, Instagram screenshots, Pinterest inspiration images, even video frame grabs. The AI reads the makeup from the image directly. The sharper and better-lit the reference, the more accurate the transfer.
How is this different from just describing a makeup look in a prompt?
Describing a look ('add smoky eyes and red lips') tells the AI to generate a generic version of that look. Using a reference image transfers the specific look from that photo — the exact shade of red, the particular way the eye shadow is blended, the specific lip shape. Reference transfers are more accurate and personalized than description-only edits.
Does this work if my face already has some makeup on it?
It works best on a bare face or minimal makeup, because existing makeup can interfere with the transfer. If your photo has light makeup, include 'first remove my existing makeup, then apply the look from the reference' in your prompt. For heavy existing makeup, start from a cleaner base photo for best results.
Can I use this to plan my makeup before a wedding or event?
Yes — this is one of the most popular uses. Collect bridal inspiration photos or event-look references, upload your bare-face photo, and test each reference look on yourself. Save all the results and share them with your makeup artist as a precise brief showing exactly what to recreate. It removes ambiguity from the consultation.
What photo format should I use for best results?
For your main photo: a front-facing, well-lit portrait in JPG, PNG, or WebP (up to 7MB). Soft natural or studio lighting works best. For the reference: any clear image where the face and makeup are in focus. Both phone photos and professional shots work fine. Avoid heavily filtered or extremely dark reference images.
